We returned a week ago from our vacation at Portofino Resort in Cabo. We found the resort to be centrally located within short distances to shopping, beach, restaurants, etc. Car rental was unnecessary as the cabs were nearly right outside the front gate--fares were negotiable. We found that $10 US could take you most anywhere in the city. Car rental was one block away for those who wished to explore. The marina and all it's shops were a very short walk--about 10 to 15 minutes. The cantina next door has excellent food and the music would go on until about 11pm but with the air conditioner operating, was not a problem.
We appreciated the gated resort with security there at all times. There was no elevator but the stairs were not a problem from us--unless you're coming back from a all day walk--then you take it slow. Pool was very nice. Found the management to be very helpful and hospitable. Our room was exceptional--much more than we had expected. The view from our veranda was beautiful and now we understand the full meaning of siesta. Our maid service was also very good. Enjoyed our stay, plan to return. P.S. Caught my first marlin in Cabo!!
-Review courtesy of Ernest Norris(stayed during Apr, 2008)

2. Reviewer's Rating:
(Above Average - 4 out of 5 stars)

Posted on 2009-03-21 00:00:00

Another couple, my husband and I stayed at the Portofino Resort for a week. We really enjoyed our stay in Cabo. Our villa was both spacious and very bright. There were 4 sets of sliding glass doors out onto a very large, covered veranda. We had our breakfast out there every morning. The bedrooms were very spacious with a window seat and adjoining full bath. The units are not new but we found them to have a lot of character, to be clean, and very comfortable. We had read reviews about the loud music at night but that didn't bother us. The ceiling fans kept the unit cool so we did not need to have the sliding doors open. We also read in reviews about all of the stairs. We had 75 steps to get to our villa but they weren't really a problem for us and we are senior citizens! We really liked the location, just a few blocks from the marina and only a block from Hidalgo Street where there are many really good restaurants with every cuisine. The bank to exchange money is just a block away. We did take the bus to go to Wal-Mart to stock up on groceries and water, but we walked everywhere else. There are lots of inexpensive fun things to do in Cabo. We all went parasailing. The guys both caught marlin on a fishing trip. We also took a ride on a glass bottom boat to see the famous arch, sea lions, and of course lots of fish. We have traveled with our time share all over Mexico and this is our favorite destination so far. Go...you'll be glad that you did!-Review courtesy of Donna Metter(stayed during Feb, 2009)